United Way Encourages Back to School Success
United Way of Androscoggin County, in partnership with several area companies made back to school success a reality for local families in need.      

Over 600 backpacks were stuffed with books and school supplies and then distributed to children in grades 1-6 throughout Androscoggin County. On behalf of all the children and families who benefited from this project, United Way thanks generous sponsors Wal-Mart Distribution Center in Lewiston, the Bates College bookstore, L.L.Bean, Wal-Mart Supercenter Auburn, and the many volunteers who filled the backpacks with supplies. READ MORE

Companies Support Loaned Executive Program
Four area companies generously supported United Way of Androscoggin County by loaning individuals from their companies to assist with the fundraising goal of $1,900,000. Joanie Davis-Dunn is on loan to United Way from L.L. Bean, Anthony Prock comes to United Way from Hannaford Auburn, Linda Wheeler is on loan from Tambrands/Proctor & Gamble and Formed Fiber Technologies is sponsoring Kim Boucher. READ MORE

September News

Hello from United Way -

It is that time of year again... our United Way office has nearly doubled in size with the addition of four great loaned executives, who are working hard alongside our staff and committed volunteers on the annual community fundraising campaign. There are many exciting happenings at United Way of Androscoggin County, including a successful Day of Caring, new campaign incentives for donors and a back to school project to assist families in our community. 

United Way Sets Target at $1.9M During Kickoff
On Sept. 7 United Way of Androscoggin County kicked off the 2007 campaign with over one hundred and fifty community members during a breakfast event in Lewiston. Campaign Chairperson Dick Albert of Parent Insurance announced that this year’s fundraising goal of $1.9M will support the needs of local programs meeting our community’s pressing needs. "There is an ongoing need for the broad spectrum of human services funded by United Way and we are seeking your help,” said Albert. Ten percent of the $1.9M goal has been attainted thanks to the support of Pacesetter Campaigns. 
 
Doug Rafferty of WGME 13 served as the master of ceremonies for the event, at which volunteers, board members, executives and local agency representatives watched the annual campaign video and listened to Johanna Lloyd of Mechanics Savings Bank as she discussed how her family benefits from United Way funded programs. Johanna and her husband Ed of Poland use the childcare services offered at the Auburn-Lewiston YMCA for their son Mark, who was hydrocephalic at birth. “Anyone can have their life touched by United Way,” remarked Lloyd. “You never know what life will bring you.” READ MORE

Sixth Annual Day of Caring a Success
On September 7, volunteers from 19 local organizations donated their time and effort to help meet the needs of our community by participating in United Way of Androscoggin County’s sixth annual Day of Caring. Volunteers helped local agencies by sprucing up offices, assisting with maintenance on the homes of seniors, sorting food and weeding local gardens, among other things.

United Way of Androscoggin County matches volunteers from local companies with agencies needing assistance. The day was a success for both volunteers and the agencies. READ MORE

With the United Way campaign underway, I want to say THANK YOU to those who have already given so generously to our community through a gift to United Way of Androscoggin County. As others of you consider filling out your pledge forms this year, know that your gift is invested to create the greatest positive impact on our community.

Thank you,

Joleen Bedard